Glossary · Cyber
Cybersecurity Risk Management Program
The ongoing organizational initiative encompassing policies, processes, tools, and resources dedicated to managing cybersecurity risks across the enterprise.
Full definition
A cybersecurity risk management program represents the operational implementation of cybersecurity risk management principles through sustained activities, assigned accountability, resource allocation, and continuous improvement mechanisms. Program elements include security governance committees, vulnerability management workflows, threat intelligence capabilities, security awareness training, vendor risk assessments, and compliance monitoring. Unlike a one-time plan, a program involves ongoing execution and maturity development. A multinational corporation's program might include a dedicated cyber risk team, integration with enterprise GRC platforms, quarterly risk reporting to the board, annual penetration testing cycles, and participation in information sharing communities like FS-ISAC.
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